Gino Rea tests Moto2 machine

Published: 20 November 2009 Updated: 24 November 2014

Gino Rea tests the FTR Moto2 bike

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2009 European Superstock 600 Champion Gino Rea tested Racing Team Germany’s Moto2 bike in Almeria in southern Spain on Wednesday.

The British rider adapted quickly to the new machine, which is built by Buckingham-based FTR, and ran impressive times along with Racing Team Germany’s already signed rider Arne Tode.

Rea said: “I managed to get some laps on the FTR Moto 2 bike when instructing at Almeria with Racedays. It only had a stock CBR600 engine in it so the power wasn’t so special, but it was really loud, like a MotoGP bike.

“The bike definitely has potential. It’s very light, which makes it quick to turn and easy to throw around.

“After only a short time, the lap times were good and it’s nice to ride. It will be very interesting to see what happens with the development over the winter period.

“I’d like to say thanks to Gerry Bryce from Racedays and Steve at FTR.”

Rea plans to race in either World Supersport or Moto2 next year.

Read our full road test of the FTR Moto2 machine in MCN on Wednesday 2nd December.

By Michael Neeves

MCN Chief Road Tester - Neevesy’s been an MCN Road Tester since 2002. He’s reviewed everything from mopeds to Rossi’s Yamaha M1, and plenty in between He covers tens of thousands of miles a year on the world’s roads and racetracks in his role with MCN, and when he’s not working he’s still on two wheels, racing both modern and classic superbikes for a variety of teams. To cement his position as one of the most influential motorcycling journalists on the planet, Neevesy spent many years as an Elite Instructor at the Ron Haslam Race School, based at the famous Donington Park race circuit. He regularly presents videos on riding tips and road safety, working alongside the likes of Highways England to deliver a strong and consistent message.

Gino Rea tests the FTR Moto2 bike